Description

Octomore 17.3 Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky is an exceptionally distinctive and heavily peated single malt from Bruichladdich Distillery. Made using 100% Islay-grown barley from the Octomore Farm, this single-farm, single-field and single-vintage whisky showcases the unique influence of its origin. Matured for five years in a combination of first-fill bourbon and second-fill European wine casks, it delivers remarkable peat intensity balanced by elegance, complexity and depth. Bottled at an impressive 60.9% ABV, it is a powerful expression of Islay whisky craftsmanship.

Product Details

• Brand: Bruichladdich

• Product Name: Octomore 17.3 Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky

• Country: Scotland

• Region: Islay

• Product Type: Single Malt Scotch Whisky

• Alcohol Volume: 60.9% ABV

• Standard Drinks: 33.73

• Bottle Size: 700ml

• Age: 5 Years

• Style: Scottish Barley

• Cask Type: First-fill Bourbon and Second-fill European Wine Casks

• Peat Level: 132.1 PPM

Tasting Notes

- Colour: Sunlit gold.

- Nose: Powerful coastal peat smoke with salty, briny and medicinal notes. Hints of sea spray, coal smoke and weathered rope mingle with lemon peel, green apple, pear, vanilla and marzipan sweetness. Fresh herbal notes of marram grass and wildflowers add complexity.

- Palate: Full-bodied, viscous and richly textured. Sweet first-fill oak reveals salted caramel, smoked apple and toasted coconut, followed by praline and vanilla cream. Citrus oils and mineral salinity cut through the rich smoke, creating a beautifully balanced flavour profile.

- Finish: Long, dry and persistent, with floral and vanilla notes gradually giving way to earthy smoke and maritime salt. The lingering peat character delivers a memorable Islay finish.

Key Features

• Single-farm, single-field and single-vintage Islay whisky.

• Made using 100% Islay-grown barley.

• Distilled at Bruichladdich Distillery.

• Five years of maturation in selected bourbon and European wine casks.

• Powerful peat intensity at 132.1 PPM.

• Bottled at 60.9% ABV for a bold and full-bodied experience.

• Combines intense coastal smoke with sweetness, spice and elegant oak character.

• An exceptional choice for collectors and enthusiasts of heavily peated Scotch whisky.